I do not permit a woman to teach
or to assume authority over a man; 
she must be quiet.
–1 Timothy 2:12 (NIV)–

Why should ye be stricken any more?
ye will revolt more and more:
the whole head is sick,
and the whole heart faint.
–Isaiah 1:5 (KJV)–

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I keep a close watch on this heart of mine
I keep my eyes wide open all the time
I keep the ends out for the tie that binds

Because you’re mine, I walk the line

I find it very, very easy to be true
I find myself alone when each day’s through
Yes, I’ll admit that I’m a fool for you

Because you’re mine, I walk the line

As sure as night is dark and day is light
I keep you on my mind both day and night
And happiness I’ve known proves that it’s right

Because you’re mine, I walk the line

You’ve got a way to keep me on your side
You give me cause for love that I can’t hide
For you, I know I’d even try to turn the tide

–Johnny Cash, “I Walk the Line”–

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Dr. John R. Rice, Bobbed Hair, Bossy Wives, and Women Preachers (SLP, 1941).

—. The Home: Courtship, Marriage, and Children (SLP, 1946).